Cortex Araliae Echinocaulis Radicis
Name
Hong Song Mu (Root-bark of Spinystem Aralia)
The Effect of Cortex Araliae Echinocaulis Radicis
Property
Slightly bitter, pungent, neutral.
Actions
Expel wind, eliminate dampness, activate blood and promote the flow of qi, remove toxicity and resolve swelling.
Indications
Sores and boils, hernia, traumatic injury, rheumatic arthritis, snake bites, fracture, uterine bleeding, gastrectasia, osteomyelitis.
Dosage and Administrations
Decoct 9~15 g, or soaked in wine. Proper dosage is for external application, pounded for applying.
Cautions
It is contraindicated to pregnant women.